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Somewhere, a Boy and a Bear

A Biography of A. A. Milne and Winnie-the-Pooh
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In his new book, Gyles Brandreth both explores and explains the phenomenon of Winnie-the-Pooh and tells the remarkable story of A A Milne, a playwright, a crime writer, a poet, a polemicist, and humorist. Somewhere, a Boy and a Bear delves into the genesis, life, and... Read More
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Somewhere, a Boy and a Bear

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In his new book, Gyles Brandreth both explores and explains the phenomenon of Winnie-the-Pooh and tells the remarkable story of A A Milne, a playwright, a crime writer, a poet, a polemicist, and humorist.

Somewhere, a Boy and a Bear delves into the genesis, life, and philosophy of Winnie-the-Pooh, celebrating Pooh's world and the essence of his enduring popularity across a century. This narrative not only covers Pooh's existence and philosophical insights but also offers an intimate biography of three generations of a fascinating and troubled family.

Struggling with fame and fortune, this family initially despised the spotlight. However, they eventually found a profound reason to be grateful for the millions brought to them by the enduring charm of Winnie-the-Pooh.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241582541

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 25 September 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Michael Joseph Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 37.0mm

Width: 159.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 677g

Pages: 416

About the Author

Gyles Brandreth is a writer, broadcaster and former MP and Government Whip. His many books include the bestselling poetry anthology, Dancing by the Light of the Moon, and the international bestseller about spelling and punctuation, Have You Eaten Grandma? With Susie Dent, the lexicographer from Countdown, he co-hosts the award-winning podcast, Something Rhymes with Purple. Gyles presents Great Canal Journeys on Channel 4 with Dame Sheila Hancock and regularly appears on Celebrity Gogglebox with Dame Maureen Lipman.

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